A 62-year-old presents 2 hours after onset of disabling hemiparesis. BP is 198/112 mmHg. CT head is negative for hemorrhage. For IV alteplase eligibil...

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A 62-year-old presents 2 hours after onset of disabling hemiparesis. BP is 198/112 mmHg. CT head is negative for hemorrhage. For IV alteplase eligibility, what immediate BP target is required?

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No BP control needed

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A 62-year-old presents 2 hours after onset of disabling hemiparesis. BP is 198/112 mmHg. CT head is negative for hemorrhage. For IV alteplase eligibility, what immediate BP target is required?